Building Green Isn't Optional Anymore

We've been pushing sustainable design for over a decade now, and honestly? It's become personal. Every project's a chance to do better than the last.

Why We're Obsessed With This Stuff

Look, I'll be straight with you - the construction industry's responsible for nearly 40% of global carbon emissions. That's... not great. When we started specializing in sustainable residential design, it wasn't just about jumping on some trend. Vancouver's changing, our climate's changing, and sitting on the sidelines felt wrong.

Every home we design now has to answer one question: how do we make this better for the people living in it AND the environment around it? Sometimes that means convincing clients that upfront costs will pay off. Sometimes it's finding creative solutions when budgets are tight. But that's the work.

Sustainable building design

We've learned a ton through trial and error. Not everything works the first time, and that's fine. The passive house project we did in Kitsilano back in 2019? The energy modeling took three tries before we got it right. But now? That family's heating bill is basically pocket change, even during those brutal cold snaps.

Our Certifications
LEED Accredited Professional
Passive House Designer
Built Green Canada
Net Zero Energy Ready
Living Building Challenge
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Real Numbers From Real Projects

Here's the actual impact we've managed to achieve. Nothing theoretical here.

67%

Average Energy Reduction

vs. standard builds
89%

Materials Diverted

from landfills
1.2M

kWh Saved Annually

across all projects
340

Tonnes CO2 Offset

per year
Solar energy integration

How We Actually Do This

Energy Performance First

Before we even think about solar panels or fancy tech, we nail the basics. Superior insulation, airtight building envelope, proper ventilation. It's not sexy, but it works. We've got homes in North Van that barely need heating, even in January.

Material Choices That Make Sense

We're picky about what goes into our buildings. Local suppliers when possible, recycled content, low-VOC everything. Had a client recently who was sensitive to chemicals - working through material selection with her taught me stuff I'd never considered before.

Water Systems That Actually Work

Rainwater harvesting isn't just for show. We've designed systems that handle everything from garden irrigation to toilet flushing. One house in West Point Grey cut municipal water use by 60%. The owners are basically celebrities in their neighborhood now.

The Tech We're Playing With

Smart Energy Management

We're integrating systems that learn your patterns and optimize everything automatically. It's pretty wild watching a house basically run itself.

Greywater Recycling

Taking water from sinks and showers, treating it, and reusing it. Sounds complicated but the systems have gotten so much simpler lately.

Green Roofs & Walls

Not just for looks - they actually regulate temperature, manage stormwater, and give pollinators some habitat. Plus they look amazing.

Battery Storage

Solar's great but storing that energy for when you need it? That's the real game-changer. We're designing for full grid independence now.

Sustainable interior design

Living In A Sustainable Home

Here's what nobody tells you - green homes just feel different. Better air quality means you actually notice when you come back from a trip. Consistent temperatures mean no more fighting over the thermostat. And yeah, the energy bills are basically nonexistent.

We've had clients tell us their kids are more aware of their environmental impact now. One family started composting, another got really into native plant gardening. The house becomes this catalyst for other changes, y'know?

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What We're Learning

Sustainability isn't static - we're constantly adapting and improving

Building Performance Monitoring

We're tracking how our buildings actually perform after people move in. The data's teaching us where our models are off and where we're nailing it. This year we're implementing real-time monitoring for all new projects.

Circular Design Principles

We're designing buildings that can be taken apart and reused later. Sounds weird but construction waste is massive. If we can design for disassembly from the start, those materials get a second life instead of hitting the dump.

Community Impact

Working with neighborhood associations and community groups to share what we're learning. We've done a few workshops on sustainable retrofits for existing homes - turns out people are hungry for this info.

Let's Talk About Your Project

Whether you're starting from scratch or retrofitting an existing home, there's always room to build greener. We'll walk through what makes sense for your budget, your site, and your goals. No pressure, no judgment - just honest conversation about what's possible.